Mount Vernon NewsApril 19, 2010 Image Gallery

Dogs audition for role in ‘Annie’

On Saturday, MTV Arts held its first auditions for the production of Annie, with tryouts for the part of the lovable pet pal, Sandy. Ping Miller’s dog, Woody, a 1 1/2 year old Labradoodle, tried out for the part.  (Kenesha R. Beheler)

Old tractors still turning the sod

Mark Daley plows with a 1947 John Deere Model B on Saturday, on a farm north of Centerburg. Along for the ride on the fender was Neil Moreland.  (Virgil Shipley)

East team competes in state Destination Imagination contest

The Golden Eagles of East Elementary perform an improvised skit at Saturday’s state Destination Imagination contest. Pictured are, from left, Ethan Buhrer, Grace Eads, Conrad Stein, Mary Harris, Aiden Clarkson and Noah Zoldak.  (Pam Schehl)

MV students showcase history knowledge

Mount Vernon sophomore Jordan Shremshock, left, and seventh-grader Amanda Tran won their respective divisions in the recent District 6 History Day competition. They now qualify for Saturday's statewide contest.  (Pam Schehl)

Field day inspires youth

Knox County wildlife officer Mike Miller, right, helps Jace Kinton line up his shot as he tries his hand at archery during the 2010 Pheasants Forever Youth Field Day, held at Campbell’s Range on Saturday in Howard.  (Joe Huddleston)

Field day inspires youth

Pheasants Forever youth chairman Craig Campbell looks on as Elijah tries his hand at the tomahawk throw during the Youth Field Day on Saturday.   (Joe Huddleston)

Getting started

Barry Jacobs talks with catcher Cole Parker (9) before throwing out the first pitch during Mount Vernon Baseball Association’s opening ceremonies on Saturday at Memorial Park.  (Virgil Shipley)

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